Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 15 MT 023 001 99
Apply for DHS 15 MT 023 001 99
- The Region 1 in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY 15 Community Assistance Program State Support Services Element R1" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.023 Community Assistance Program State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE).
- This funding opportunity was created on May 1, 2015 and posted on May 1, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 15, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $10,400,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 52 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) State governments.
- The National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 prohibits the Administrator from providing flood insurance in a community unless that community adopts and enforces floodplain management measures that meet or exceed minimum criteria in 44 CFR Part 60.3. These floodplain management measures can take the form of floodplain management ordinances, building codes, or zoning provisions. The Act also directs FEMA to work closely with and provide any necessary technical assistance to States and communities participating in the NFIP. CAP SSSE, through its State partnering agreement, is designed to make State personnel available to assist and supplement FEMA Regions in providing technical assistance to NFIP communities and in monitoring, evaluating, and pursuing corrective actions taken by communities in the performance of local floodplain management responsibilities. Under CFR 60.25, Governors have exercised their prerogative of designating a State Coordinating Agency that is best able to carry out the flood loss reduction activities of the NFIP. State officials can be particularly effective in delivering these services to communities because of their knowledge, skills and familiarity of floodplain management with State governing authorities and how these interrelate with local floodplain management ordinances, as well as their knowledge of related State programs.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 15 Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE) - R1 is a FEMA Region 1 grant opportunity offered as a continuation cooperative agreement (Funding Opportunity Number DHS-15-MT-023-001-99) that supports state governments in strengthening how communities carry out floodplain management responsibilities under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The core purpose is to fund state-level capacity so states can provide hands-on technical assistance to NFIP-participating communities and also evaluate how well those communities are implementing required floodplain management activities. In practice, this program is meant to extend FEMA's reach by using state staff and expertise to help communities comply with NFIP rules, improve local flood loss reduction measures, and address performance issues before they become serious compliance problems.
Eligibility is limited to state governments, reflecting the statutory and regulatory structure of the NFIP. The National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 ties the availability of federally backed flood insurance to whether a community adopts and enforces floodplain management measures that meet or exceed minimum NFIP criteria. Those minimum requirements are laid out in federal regulation at 44 CFR Part 60.3 and can be implemented locally through ordinances, building codes, and zoning provisions. The same legal framework directs FEMA to work closely with states and communities and to provide technical assistance as needed. CAP SSSE is designed to operationalize that state-federal partnership by funding state personnel and activities that directly support local NFIP implementation. The opportunity also reflects the role described in 44 CFR 60.25, where governors designate a State Coordinating Agency to carry out NFIP flood loss reduction activities, positioning states as a central hub for guidance, oversight, and coordination.
The activities supported by CAP SSSE are focused on two broad service areas: technical assistance and community performance evaluation. On the technical assistance side, states help communities understand and apply NFIP floodplain management standards, interpret flood hazard information, and improve local administrative practices that affect permitting and enforcement in special flood hazard areas. On the evaluation side, states monitor and assess community implementation of local floodplain management responsibilities, identify gaps or deficiencies, and work with communities and FEMA to pursue corrective actions when needed. The notice emphasizes why states are well suited for this role: state officials typically have strong familiarity with floodplain management concepts, state-level authorities, and how state programs interact with local ordinances, which can make their assistance more practical and better tailored to local conditions than a purely federal approach.
From a funding standpoint, the opportunity is listed under CFDA 97.023 (Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element). The estimated total funding amount is $10,400,000, with an expected 52 awards, indicating broad distribution across states and eligible jurisdictions. The funding activity category is described as "Other" with the clarification "State Floodplain Management Technical Assistance," which underscores that the grant is specifically geared toward implementation support services rather than infrastructure construction. The award ceiling and floor are both listed as $0 in the source data, which typically signals that award amounts vary based on program formulas, regional allocations, negotiated work plans, or other internal criteria rather than fixed minimums or maximums stated in the public summary. Cost sharing or matching is required, meaning participating states must provide a non-federal contribution consistent with the program's terms.
Administratively, the opportunity was posted and created on May 1, 2015, with an original and current closing date of June 15, 2015, and an archive date of July 15, 2015. The listed agency is FEMA Region 1. For access issues or questions about the full announcement, the contact provided is Bret Gates, reachable at Bret.Gates@dhs.gov or (202) 646-4133.
Overall, CAP SSSE is essentially a capacity-building and oversight support grant that helps states serve as FEMA's on-the-ground partner for NFIP compliance and flood loss reduction. By funding state technical assistance and community evaluations, it aims to improve local floodplain management practices, reduce flood risk over time, and maintain the conditions under which communities remain eligible for NFIP flood insurance coverage.
FY 15 Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE) - R1 (FEMA Region 1) FAQs
What is the FY 15 CAP SSSE - R1 grant opportunity?
The FY 15 Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element (CAP SSSE) - R1 is a FEMA Region 1 grant opportunity offered as a continuation cooperative agreement. It supports state governments in strengthening how communities carry out floodplain management responsibilities under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DHS-15-MT-023-001-99.
Which FEMA office is associated with this opportunity?
The listed agency is FEMA Region 1.
What is the main purpose of CAP SSSE?
The core purpose is to fund state-level capacity so states can (1) provide hands-on technical assistance to NFIP-participating communities and (2) evaluate how well those communities are implementing required floodplain management activities. The program is intended to extend FEMA's reach by leveraging state staff and expertise.
What types of activities does CAP SSSE support?
The supported activities focus on two broad service areas: technical assistance and community performance evaluation.
What does "technical assistance" mean in the context of CAP SSSE?
Technical assistance refers to state support that helps communities understand and apply NFIP floodplain management standards, interpret flood hazard information, and improve local administrative practices affecting permitting and enforcement in special flood hazard areas.
What does "community performance evaluation" involve?
Community performance evaluation involves states monitoring and assessing how communities implement local floodplain management responsibilities, identifying gaps or deficiencies, and working with communities and FEMA to pursue corrective actions when needed.
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Eligibility is limited to state governments.
Why is eligibility limited to state governments?
The opportunity reflects the statutory and regulatory structure of the NFIP and the state role described in 44 CFR 60.25, where governors designate a State Coordinating Agency to carry out NFIP flood loss reduction activities. CAP SSSE is designed to fund that state-level partnership and capacity.
How does this program relate to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)?
CAP SSSE supports state activities that help communities comply with NFIP rules, improve local flood loss reduction measures, and address performance issues before they become serious compliance problems. It is directly tied to community implementation of NFIP floodplain management requirements.
What NFIP requirements are referenced in the opportunity description?
The description references minimum NFIP floodplain management requirements found at 44 CFR Part 60.3, which communities implement locally through ordinances, building codes, and zoning provisions.
How does the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 connect to this grant?
The National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 ties the availability of federally backed flood insurance to whether a community adopts and enforces floodplain management measures that meet or exceed minimum NFIP criteria. CAP SSSE supports state efforts to help communities carry out those responsibilities.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 97.023 (Community Assistance Program - State Support Services Element).
How much total funding is estimated to be available?
The estimated total funding amount is $10,400,000.
How many awards are expected?
An estimated 52 awards are expected.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other" with the clarification "State Floodplain Management Technical Assistance."
Is this funding intended for construction or infrastructure projects?
Based on the stated activity category ("State Floodplain Management Technical Assistance") and the program description, the funding is geared toward implementation support services (state capacity, assistance, and evaluation) rather than infrastructure construction.
Are award minimums and maximums (floor/ceiling) provided?
The award ceiling and floor are both listed as $0 in the source data, which typically indicates award amounts vary based on factors such as program formulas, regional allocations, negotiated work plans, or other internal criteria rather than fixed published limits in the public summary.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. Cost sharing or matching is required, meaning participating states must provide a non-federal contribution consistent with the program's terms.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted (and created) on May 1, 2015. The original and current closing date was June 15, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is July 15, 2015.
What does it mean that this is a continuation cooperative agreement?
The opportunity is described as a continuation cooperative agreement, indicating it is positioned as ongoing support for eligible state activities that align with FEMA's CAP SSSE purpose of state-led technical assistance and community performance evaluation for NFIP implementation.
Why does FEMA use states for this work instead of only federal staff?
The notice emphasizes that states are well suited because state officials often have strong familiarity with floodplain management concepts, state-level authorities, and how state programs interact with local ordinances, making assistance more practical and tailored to local conditions while extending FEMA's reach.
How does CAP SSSE help communities remain eligible for NFIP flood insurance?
By supporting state technical assistance and evaluations, CAP SSSE aims to improve local floodplain management practices, reduce flood risk over time, and help maintain the conditions under which communities remain eligible for NFIP flood insurance coverage.
Who is the point of contact for access issues or questions about the full announcement?
The contact provided is Bret Gates.
How can applicants or interested parties contact the listed point of contact?
Bret Gates can be reached at Bret.Gates@dhs.gov or (202) 646-4133.
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